A teeth cleaning is one of the easiest ways to maintain a healthy smile and to ensure that your oral health is in tip-top shape. The American Dental Association recommends that you get an oral examination and teeth cleaning every six months.
Benefits of Dental Cleanings
Although your oral health routine might include brushing and flossing your teeth at least twice a day, that is not sufficient to remove stubborn tartar and plaque. Only a dental professional can successfully remove tartar and plaque as a way to protect your oral health. During your dental cleaning, our professional and skilled hygienist will thoroughly and gently remove stubborn plaque and tartar from your teeth.
Some of the things you can expect during your teeth cleaning appointment:
- An evaluation of your overall oral health
- Learn about good oral hygiene practices
- Your bite and jaw will be evaluated for jaw alignment issues
- Learn about your risk for oral cancer, gum disease, or tooth decay
- You might have digital dental x-rays taken
- Any existing teeth restorations will be checked
Professionally cleaned teeth make your mouth feel great. Your teeth may be whiter, too. A teeth cleaning and exam will give you comfort knowing that your oral health is good; or, if in need of attention, that it can be cared for by our dental professionals. Dr. Firlik and her staff will address your needs quickly and properly – before they affect your oral health or your overall health.
Dr. Firlik will help you maintain a healthy smile and provide you with solutions to optimize your oral health.
